Allergy Treatment

Allergies may seem like a simple problem, but for patients in Illinois who are struggling with constant hay fever, itching, or hives, it may become a threat to their quality of life. Dr. Noga Askenazi and the staff are professionals available at Advanced Allergy & Asthma Associates and Food Allergy Center of Illinois who can help patients find the source of their problem and seek effective, affordable treatment. Many patients in Illinois, who are dealing with allergies often wonder when they should go to see an allergist. A professional is available to help patients who are not seeing an improvement … Continue Reading

It’s no coincidence the National Institutes of Health reports 60 percent of American asthmatics have an allergy, and that at least 30 percent of adult-onset asthma cases are triggered by allergens. Asthma and allergy frequently go hand-in-hand; asthma can be a complication of allergies, or an allergen like dust mites can set off or trigger asthmatic symptoms. Allergy symptoms are set off when your immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless substance (like pollen) as an invader. To protect from this perceived unwanted visitor, the immune system releases chemicals (histamine) that result in the typical allergy signs – congestion, runny nose, … Continue Reading

The majority of adults who have allergies started experiencing symptoms during childhood. In fact, allergies are one of the most chronic diseases among children. Any child can be affected by allergic reactions, but children with family histories of allergic reactions tend to have a greater risk. Allergies can come in many different forms including skin rashes like eczema, asthma, hay fever, and food allergies. Hay fever is the most common childhood allergy. Its symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, congestion, and itchy, watery eyes. These allergies can be seasonal for some children, while for others they may be year round. Identifying … Continue Reading

Allergies occur when your immune system has as reaction to something that is typically harmless like pollen, foods, dust mites, bug bites, etc. People who have allergies and encounter these allergens will experience a reaction from their immune system. The system will release a chemical (histamine) that causes typical allergy symptoms. At Advanced Allergy & Asthma Associates, Dr. Noga Askenazi and the staff diagnose and treat a variety of allergic diseases. How do I know if I’ve had an allergic reaction? If the allergen stems from something you breathed in (like pollen), the reaction is most likely to affect your … Continue Reading

Most people harbor at least a bit of anxiety when faced with a circling bee. These tiny creatures pack quite the punch, leaving welts and pain behind after they strike. For many, temporary discomfort is the height of the bee sting experience. There are those, however, whose reaction to a single bee sting is far more dramatic. Suffering an allergic reaction to a bee sting can be quite distressing. The anaphylactic response that occurs in somewhere around three percent of the population can be potentially life-threatening, requiring immediate medical attention. In this allergic reaction, one may experience sensations such as: … Continue Reading

he National Institutes of Health estimates about 80 percent of asthmatics have allergies. Asthma may be triggered by respiratory infections like the common cold. The similarities between allergies and the common cold don’t end there. As with allergies, when you have a cold you may feel fatigued and frequently have a runny or stuffy nose. Similar symptoms make it difficult to determine whether you have allergies or are suffering from “just a cold.” Here are some signs that your “cold” may be your body’s response to allergens in your environment: Are your eyes itchy, watery? A cold rarely causes these … Continue Reading

Most people don’t have a reaction to pollen, animal dander, or bee venom, but for around 15 million Americans these and other foreign substances cause sneezing, wheezing, swelling, congestion, hives, and rashes. In some cases, these allergens set off a potentially life-threatening condition called anaphylaxis, which can make it hard to breathe and induce a weak pulse, lightheadedness, and shock. The allergic reaction, demystified Certain foods, airborne substances like mold and dander, medications, insects, and latex are not inherently dangerous. In some people, though, the body mistakenly sees these harmless substances and reacts. To fight off these perceived dangers, the … Continue Reading

Immunotherapy is a common form of treatment for relief of allergy symptoms. It decreases the body’s sensitivity to allergens. It works by injecting the patient with small amounts of the allergen (allergy shots) and increasing the dose over several months. It is extremely effective in preventing the progression of allergic reactions into asthma and can provide long-term relief for patients who have suffered greatly from allergies. Allergy shots are only used for patients who are experiencing asthma, allergic rhinitis (nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing), or insect bite or sting allergy. For patients with food allergies, the best form of treatment … Continue Reading

You don’t have to be among the 30 percent of Americans with allergies to know some of the most common treatments. You’ve probably seen the ads or heard the commercials for antihistamines like Allegra or Claritin. Maybe you’ve used decongestants like Sudafed or combination medications like Zyrtec-D. Over-the-counter and prescription drugs may be recommended by the allergy treatment specialists in Elgin to manage disruptive and even life-threatening symptoms. Your treatment, your allergies Symptom management will be based on needs identified via an accurate diagnosis by allergist Dr. Noga Askenazi. In turn, the most common allergy treatments offered in Elgin are … Continue Reading

If your child is suffering from allergies or asthma, it can greatly affect his or her quality of life. Missed school days and missed activities are common “side effects” of pediatric allergies. Just like adults, children are susceptible to a wide variety of allergies and related conditions such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, hives, sinus problems and food allergies. At Advanced Allergy & Asthma Associates in Crystal Lake, our team has years of experience diagnosing and treating pediatric allergies. Causes of pediatric allergies Pediatric allergies are the immune system’s response to a specific substance that it sees as a threat. The … Continue Reading